Patricia

Ask just about anyone if they’d like to make the coming year a healthy one and they’ll say yes. Ask if they’d like to eat better and there’s a good chance you’ll hear yes again. Although it’s a tremendous goal, truth is it’s too big.  From two decades assistin...Read More

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Keywords : Eating healthy , happy holidays , hydration , managing your hunger , New Year , New Year’s resolutions , salt , snacking , sugar

Although not often thought of as the most nutritious time of the year, it’s definitely a contender for the title. Sure, the season is filled with buttery cookies, creamy sauces and decadent drinks. But amidst all the goodies is a fabulous line up of healthy food. Here are ...Read More

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Keywords : dessert , eating healthily , happy holidays , holiday cuisine

A snack, defined, is a small portion of food or drink or a light meal, especially one eaten between regular meals. When there will be more than 3 to 4 hours between meals, eating a small snack is recommended. Remember not to overdo it. The best snacks provide qua...Read More

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Keywords : portion sizes , protein , smoothies , snack foods , snacking , yoghurt

Making Monday, or any day of the week for that matter, meatless is a fantastic opportunity to boost the fibre and nutrient-rich plant protein in your diet without necessarily becoming a complete vegetarian (unless you opt to.) After a weekend that may have included a roast o...Read More

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Keywords : curry , lentils , Meatless Monday , protein , tofu , Vegetarian , veggie burgers

Tofu is a soy bean curd made by coagulating soy milk and then pressing the curds into white blocks. Does that sound appetizing or what? Stay with me. That plain-looking curd is a nutritional superstar. Just a half cup serving provides 10 grams of very high quality protein, 1...Read More

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Keywords : Meatless Monday , smoothies , tofu , vegetarian food

Pasta ran for cover when the low carb tsunami rolled through North America about 9 years ago. In the years since, we’ve learned that pasta isn’t diet enemy number one after all. Noodles returned to the limelight, we re-examined food labels and were reminded that low qual...Read More

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Keywords : nutrition , pasta , portions , whole wheat

Technically, it’s still summer until September 21st. Many of us hope it lasts even longer. Staying well hydrated is important all year long, but especially if the warm weather continues into the late summer. Five of my favourite thirst quenchers for this time of year inclu...Read More

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Keywords : dehydration , fruit spritzers , hydration , iced coffee , iced tea

If you eat breakfast regularly, congratulations!  You’re likely slimmer than those who don’t. You’re better able to concentrate. You get more of the nutrients required for good health. You set the tone for the next 16 hours and are more likely to make good food choice...Read More

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Keywords : breakfast , cereal , eggs , muffins , smoothies

Most of us are familiar with the notion that eating well-balanced, vegetable-based meals with healthier snacks every 3-4 hours is a great way to get our daily quota of nutrients while keeping blood sugar and weight in check. Appropriate snacking also reduces the need for exc...Read More

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Keywords : managing your hunger , snacking

Won’t it be great when a tool exists that can be pointed at a food label and immediately provide a definition of the ingredients? Until that time, fortunately, Health Canada has a dictionary that lists additives used in our food supply. Find it at:  Read More

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Keywords : food additives